Area guide
Things to Do in Hisaronu
Hisaronu is a quiet rural base on the Gulf of Hisaronu, known for its natural setting and easy access to surrounding bays and villages.
A practical local guide
Things to Do in Marmaris
A carefully researched guide from Hisaronu to the bays, villages and central Marmaris, with verified details, realistic travel times and unhurried local ideas.
Starting point: Hisaronu, Marmaris / Mugla
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14 detailed guides · updated 8 August 2026
Sea and bays
Hisaronu Bay and Boat Trips
The Gulf of Hisaronu is known for boat routes towards bays including Dirsekbuku, Inbuku, Bencik, Sigliman and Hurmalibuk.
Nature and sea
Orhaniye and Kizkumu
Kizkumu is known for a natural shallow formation extending roughly 600 metres into Orhaniye Bay.
Nature
Turgut Waterfall
Turgut Waterfall is a small natural stop where a stream drops roughly three to four metres through dense vegetation.
Coastal villages
Selimiye Travel Guide: Waterfront, Sigliman and Historic Traces
Selimiye is a small coastal settlement known for its sheltered natural harbour, quiet waterfront, small piers and the slower rhythm of the Bozburun Peninsula. The village centre suits a waterfront walk and a meal overlooking the bay more than a classic wide sandy beach; nearby Sigliman can be considered separately for swimming.
History and culture
Marmaris Castle and Old Town
Marmaris Castle rises on the peninsula behind the harbour and houses Marmaris Museum above the old town’s stone lanes.
Sea and bays
Nearby Beaches and Bays
From Hisaronu, short drives reach quiet shores while longer day trips open up a wider choice of peninsula bays.
Family holiday
Family Activities in Marmaris
Choose between an adventure park, shaded forest walk and a history-and-sea day according to children’s ages and the weather.
Scenery
Sunset Spots Around Marmaris
The bays offer different sunset experiences, from west-facing water views to harbour silhouettes and waterfront walks.
Food and drink
Local Food and Breakfast
Rather than a permanent “best restaurants” ranking, this guide explains useful dining areas and regional flavours to look for.
Transport
Getting from Dalaman Airport to Hisaronu
Airport coaches run to Marmaris Bus Station; a separate onward journey is required to reach accommodation in Hisaronu.
Holiday planning
Hisaronu or Central Marmaris?
Hisaronu offers privacy, nature and peninsula road trips; central Marmaris offers walkability, the marina, shopping and nightlife.
Itinerary
3, 5 and 7-Day Marmaris Itineraries
Combine essential stops on a short stay and add bay or peninsula days on a longer trip, adjusting for heat and children’s pace.
Scenic drive
Selimiye–Orhaniye–Bayir Scenic Drive
Hisaronu → Orhaniye/Kizkumu → Turgut Waterfall → Bayir → Selimiye → Hisaronu combines several sides of the peninsula in one route.
Stay in Hisaronu
Explore the bays, then return to calm.
Kilinc Konaklama is a private garden house for up to five guests, with easy access to the surrounding Marmaris routes.
Explore the house